Foot pain Liverpool: A physiotherapy-led foot clinic and podiatry alternative
A modern alternative to traditional podiatry - we specialise in treating foot pain through hands-on assessment, rehab, and functional movement in Liverpool.
Welcome to Functional Movement Physio, your local foot pain clinic and podiatry alternative in Liverpool, based in the Baltic Triangle on Bridgewater Street (L1 0AB).
If you're dealing with chronic foot pain, mobility issues, or a complex orthopaedic foot condition, our goal is simple: help you move better and live pain-free through expert, movement-led physiotherapy.
Unlike many Liverpool podiatry or Physiotherapy clinics, we don’t rely on insoles or temporary fixes. We believe in understanding and treating the root cause of your pain through functional movement assessment, tailored rehab, and clinical physiotherapy services.
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Foot pain treatment in Liverpool that restores movement
Foot pain is one of the most common reasons people seek help from a podiatrist, chiropodist, or GP in Liverpool. But while many podiatry clinics focus on orthotics or nail surgery, our physiotherapist-led clinic looks deeper - at the way your body moves, loads, and responds to stress.
Whether you're dealing with pain from running, daily walking, or a long-term foot and ankle condition, we offer a more complete assessment and treatment approach.
A foot clinic in Liverpool focused on rehab, not insoles
Traditional Liverpool podiatry clinics often provide orthotics, verruca removal, or toenail surgery. While these can be helpful for some patients, they often don’t fix the cause of chronic foot pain—which is usually related to joint dysfunction, muscle weakness, or movement restriction.
We take a whole-body approach to help you move without pain, avoid surgery where possible, and reduce reliance on insoles long term.
Assessment and treatment with registered professionals
At Functional Movement Physio, we believe effective treatment begins with an expert assessment. During your initial visit, we will:
Review your medical history and symptoms
Perform a detailed foot and ankle assessment
Evaluate your walking, squatting, and loading mechanics
Discuss previous treatments or surgery (if any)
Develop a personalised rehabilitation plan
We are not a typical podiatry clinic—we use manual therapy, mobility drills, strength training, and custom exercises to address your foot pain and improve long-term foot health.
Common foot conditions we treat
At our Liverpool foot clinic, we specialise in treating a wide range of orthopaedic and musculoskeletal foot conditions, including:
Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
Achilles tendinopathy
Flat feet, fallen arches, and overpronation
Bunions and toe joint pain
Morton’s neuroma
Arthritis in the midfoot or big toe
Ankle instability and recurrent sprains
Metatarsalgia and forefoot pain
Pain from old injuries, post-op rehab, or diabetic foot issues
We also work with individuals recovering from orthopaedic foot surgery, helping them restore strength and movement.
Nail care and collaborative treatment options
Although we don’t perform nail surgery, we work closely with HCPC-registered podiatrists when needed. We support clients dealing with:
Ingrown toenails
Thickened or fungal nails
Dry skin or diabetic-related skin conditions
Follow-up after toenail removal or verruca treatment
For cases needing surgical intervention, we ensure smooth referral and follow-up, with ongoing rehab support if required. We recommend these for podiatrists: https://www.liverpool-podiatry.co.uk/
A foot clinic in Liverpool focused on rehab, not insoles
Many traditional Liverpool podiatry clinics rely heavily on:
Orthotics
Verruca removal
Toenail surgery
While these treatments can help in some cases, they often don’t solve the real problem - especially when it comes to chronic foot pain.
Why we don’t rely on insoles
In most cases, foot pain isn’t caused by a lack of arch support—it’s caused by:
Weak or inactive foot muscles
Joint stiffness or restriction
Poor movement habits through the ankle, knee, and hip
Load intolerance during walking, standing, or running
Insoles can sometimes reduce pressure or cushion certain areas, but they often:
Mask symptoms instead of addressing the cause
Lead to muscle deactivation, especially in the arch and lower leg
Reduce foot mobility over time
Create a cycle of dependence - making the foot weaker, not stronger
Our approach: rehab over restriction
At Functional Movement Physio, we do things differently.
We treat your feet as a dynamic part of your whole body, not a fragile structure that needs constant support. Our goal is to:
Restore natural foot movement
Improve joint mobility and strength
Retrain your walking and running mechanics
Address higher-up problems in the knees, hips, or core that may be affecting your feet
This is a true whole-body rehab approach—and it's designed to get you moving without pain, without long-term orthotics, and without unnecessary surgery.
If you’ve tried insoles with little success, or you want to avoid becoming dependent on them, we’re here to help you build strong, capable, pain-free feet.
Who we are: Your HCPC-registered physiotherapists
All care is delivered by experienced, HCPC-registered professionals:
Lucy Byott, Specialist Physiotherapist
Stuart Goldfinch, Lead Physiotherapist & Clinic Director
We are fully compliant with healthcare regulations, and bring years of experience treating foot and ankle conditions, sports injuries, and chronic orthopaedic pain. You’re in safe, expert hands.
When to book an appointment
You should seek professional help if you experience:
Pain with standing, walking, or running
Heel pain on waking (classic plantar fasciitis sign)
Tingling or numbness in the foot or toes
Reduced balance or instability
Foot and ankle stiffness after surgery or injury
Trouble wearing shoes due to swelling or deformity
Don’t wait for it to get worse—early diagnosis and treatment can prevent further damage.
How to book your appointment at our Liverpool foot clinic
📍 Visit us: Bridgewater Street, Baltic Triangle, Liverpool, L1 0AB
📞 Call: 0151 601 1481
🌐 Book online: Book here
We welcome private clients and can often accommodate urgent appointments.